Cast: Dr. Tara Egan - host Melissa Franz - guest expert Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) can have a significant impact on a person's daily life, including their ability to work, socialize, attend school, and perform everyday tasks. Many individuals do not know that OCD is far more vast than needing things organized and clean. As you can imagine, there are many misunderstandings about OCD, how it presents itself, and how it impacts one's life. That is why, on today's episode, we welco...

Cast:Dr. Tara Egan - hostAnna - teen co-hostLindsey Cormack - guest expertTalking with your kids about voting, politics, and civic engagement can feel overwhelming, but their little minds are like sponges. And though you think they would rather be playing video games, studies have shown that they feel like elections can change their lives and they are curious. But, they need to be educated, and it doesn't always happen at school.Today, we had a fantastic guest here to share her expertis...

Cast:Dr. Tara Egan - hostDr. Beth Trammell - guest expertGoing to college is an important transition. Students must adjust to new people, new routines, new challenges, and new environments. It’s important to remember that everyone is different in how they adjust to college. Some adjust quickly, and others take more time. If you are new to college or getting ready for a new year, we're here to share some great strategies to navigate college life. On this episode, Tara and Anna welc...

Cast:Dr. Tara Egan - hostJonathan Steele, Family Law Attorney - guest expertDomestic abuse affects countless individuals and families. The term ‘domestic abuse’ encompasses a range of behaviors, including physical violence, emotional manipulation, financial control, stalking, harassment, and more. It’s a complex problem. Knowing what is legal and what is not can help you see the best direction to go next. If you find yourself in a situation that falls under any of these categories, it’s ...

Cast:Dr. Tara Egan - hostKatie K. May - guest expertDoes this sound anything like your experience parenting your teen?Yelling, pleading, enforcing strict rules, and giving in have proven ineffective. You’ve tried it all—along with tons of treatments and therapies—with no improvement.Our guest expert today, Katie K. May, LPC, DBT-LBC knows what you’re going through. She also knows what your teen is going through because she lived it. She is here to discuss her best-selling book, You’re on Fire...

Cast:Dr. Tara Egan - hostCaitlyn Andersen - guest expertMany teens try substances like alcohol or drugs. Some try them only a few times and stop, and for others it can become problematic. This week on "One Day You'll Thank Me", Tara welcomes her colleague, Caitlyn Andersen, MS, NCC, LCMHCA, LCASA to discuss teen drug and alcohol use---how they get started, risk factors, what to look out for, how to discuss the subject with your teens.Tune in to learn:What it looks like when teens start experi...

Cast:Dr. Tara Egan - hostMelissa Sams - guest expertThe role of a guardian ad litem (GAL) can be extremely important in child custody cases. They can serve as a voice for the child, advocating for their best interests and ensuring that they are protected throughout the legal process. What exactly is the role of a Guardian Ad Litem though? Who can be one? Who would need one? On this episode, Tara welcomes Melissa Sams, Attorney at Law in Winston-Salem to discuss this topic and provide som...

Cast:Dr. Tara Egan - hostEmily Cherkin - guest expertIs it a struggle to find technology balance in your home? If so, you will not want to miss this episode with Emily Cherkin.Emily Cherkin, MEd, The Screentime Consultant, is a nationally recognized consultant who takes a tech-intentional approach to addressing screentime challenges. A former middle school teacher, she has been featured for her work in the New York Times, the Washington Post, on the Today Show (twice), Good Morning Ameri...

Cast:Dr. Tara Egan - hostLacey Wallace - guest co-hostNikki Pagano - guest expertWhile picky eating is common among children, persistent and severe cases warrant attention from a healthcare professional.Today, Tara is joined by Egan Counseling & Consulting's very own, Lacey Wallace. Tara and Lacey co-host an informative interview with Nikki Pagano, LCSW about selective eating in our kids. Nikki Pagano is a licensed clinical social worker in private practice. Prior to relocating to Ch...

Cast:Dr. Tara Egan - hostMeredith Eaton - guest co-hostOn this episode, Tara welcomes her best friend and guest co-host, Meredith Eaton. Tara and Meredith joined together for a follow up discussion (Part II) from the episode on 2/14 with Brooke Bralove, LCSW-C, ART Practitioner--- all about Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART). Tara was so inspired by this therapy, and Brooke, that she immediately signed up (and has just completed) the certification training in Accelerated Resolution Th...

Cast:Dr. Tara Egan - hostCaitlyn Andersen, M.S., LCMHCA, NCC- guest expert~First Episode of Season 8~What an information packed episode we have in store for you! On this first episode of Season 8, Tara welcomes the newest member of Egan Counseling & Consulting, Caitlyn Andersen to discuss all things vaping. This latest episode is about what parents need to know about vaping, as well as, what teens need to know about vaping. We tackle the tough questions about its impact on kids and teens,...

Cast:Dr. Tara Egan - hostMeredith Eaton - co-hostMichelle Holleman - guest expert~Last Episode of Season 7~Today Tara and co-host Meredith are super excited to welcome Michelle Holleman. Michelle is a licensed psychotherapist and the founder and Clinical Director of Life Healing Counseling, located in Charlotte, NC. Michelle Holleman also holds specializations as:- Clinical Addictions Specialist (LCAS) – Certified Sex Addictions Therapist (CSAT)– Certified Partner Trauma...

Cast:Dr. Tara Egan - hostMeredith Eaton - co-hostBrooke Bralove - guest expertToday is a doubly special day (Is that even a word?)!Tara's co-host is her best friend Meredith Eaton and their special guest expert is Brook Bralove. Tara and Meredith are discussing with Brooke a unique therapeutic modality called, Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART). This is going to be one of those episodes that you refer back to! They will be specifically discussing how this brief treatment modality...

Cast: Dr. Tara Egan, host Anna, teen co-hostAs we start out 2024, Tara and Anna record a special episode sharing what is happening in their lives currently. Many of you have said that you enjoy hearing about Anna's journey of high school/college/relationships and everything that goes along with it, so we thought they would give an update!Tara also has some major life changes going on and will tell us about what is happening, how she is feeling about it.Tune in and get an updat...

Cast:Dr. Tara Egan - hostLisa Zeiderman - guest expertDivorce can be complicated, but add in high conflict partners, mental abuse, physical abuse, emotional abuse, financial abuse, narcissists, etc. it can really elevate the stress and complications.When a divorce involves high levels of conflict, it can take a significant toll on everyone involved, especially the children. That is why it is essential to have a team of professionals, including family lawyers and therapists, working toge...

Cast:Dr. Tara Egan - hostJustina Floyd, MA, NCC, LCMHC - guest expertWhat Is Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP)? When ketamine is prescribed by a physician and taken at a low dose in conjunction with psychotherapy, it has been shown effective in the treatment of depression, post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), some types of anxiety and chronic pain.On this episode of "One Day You'll Thank Me," Tara welcomes back Justina Floyd from the Carolina Center in Charlotte, NC to educate us ...

Cast:Dr. Tara Egan - hostKatherine Pendergast and Lacie Brueckner- guest expertsSaying goodbye to a pet is hard for everyone, especially children. How can parents help their children through the process, remember the sweet memories and celebrate their life?This week Tara welcomes Katherine Pendergast and Lacie Brueckner to discuss how to walk children through the grieving process and provide strategies for parents who seek to prepare their children for the loss of a pet.. They will disc...

Cast:Dr. Tara Egan - hostCathy Himlin LMFT, LPCC- guest expertIs your child avoiding or refusing contact with you?Are you in a conflictual custody situation?Have you tried everything, but nothing seems to work?You do not want to miss this week of "One Day You'll Thank Me" with special guest expert, Cathy Himlin, LMFT, LPCC. Cathy has over 25 years of experience working with families, kids, and their parents. As a court-involved social worker and therapist with dependency and family law cases,...

Cast:Dr. Tara Egan - hostKatie Blythe, MSW, LCSWA, CHC - guest expertHow does tuning into our body's feelings and sensations help in therapy? This week Tara welcomes her colleague and guest expert, Katie Blythe, MSW, LCSWA, CHC to talk about how tuning into the body can help in the therapeutic process.Tune in to learn about how incorporating the whole self can create better result and how Katie works with her clients using somatic techniques and experiences.Also:What is the Top Down and...

Cast:Dr. Tara Egan - hostJerry Dye, Jr., LCMHCA - guest expertAre you looking to improve all of your relationships? This episode is for you if you want to learn how validation can improve all of your relationships. Many people think that validating is only used in a romantic relationships, but we learn how essential it is for all interpersonal relationships. In this episode, Tara and Anna welcome back Tara's colleague, Jerry Dye, Jr. LCMHCA to the podcast to discuss validati...